Terbutaline should not be used in clients:

a. younger than 18 years of age. c. with reactive airway disease.
b. taking MAO inhibitors. d. with COPD.


ANS: B

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A Incorrect: Terbutaline is a sympathomimetic that should not be used in children under 12.
B Correct: Sympathomimetics should not be used in clients receiving MAO inhibitors.
C Incorrect: Reactive airway disease is an indication for the use of sympathomimetics.
D Incorrect: COPD is an indication for the use of sympathomimetics.

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